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Picos de Europa and Potes Guided Tour from Santander-small groups

102 Reviews 4.80 out of 5 stars Based on 102 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 95% of reviewers | Santander, Spain
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On average, this is booked 14 (0) days in advance.

9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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Italian, Spanish

Overview

HIGHLIGHTS

• You will cross the Hermida gorge by van
• You will have the opportunity to take the Cable Car in Fuente Dé and go up to Picos de Europa at a height of 1.823 m
• You will take lovely photos of the Picos de Europa area
• You will enjoy free time to visit Potes, capital Liébana
• You will discover the Monastery of Santo Toribio

SUMMARY

In this full-day excursion, you will discover the beautiful mountain region of Liébana. We will drive to Fuente Dé, where you will enjoy some free time to take the Cable Car to go up to Picos de Europa if you wish (entrance fees not included).

You will also visit the Monastery of Santo Toribio, one of the four holy places of Christianity for hosting the Lignum Crucis. Finally, we will arrive at the village of Potes, the capital of the region, and considered one of the most beautiful towns in Spain for its cobbled streets, stone houses, and bridges. In Potes, you will enjoy some free time for lunch and shopping if you wish.

What's Included

  • Local taxes
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance tickets for the Cable Car 31 € adultos y 13 € niños / 21 € adultos y 7 € niños
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Meeting and Pickup

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We will contact you prior to the tour to agree on your pick up point. Please contact us if your hotel is outside the city to agree on a meeting address.

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Calle Calderón de la Barca
3, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

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Exploring Cantabria

We will pick you up at your hotel in Santander
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Teleferico Fuente De

We will take the cable car to go up to Picos de Europa
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Monasterio de Santo Toribio de Liebana

We will do a short visit to this Monastery that homes the Lignum Crucis
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Potes

Visit the capital of the Liebana region and one of the nicest villages in Cantabria
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • We book cable car for you (extra charge of € 20/person low season- €30/person high season) + €1/pers. administrative fees
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Picos de Europa and Potes Guided Tour from Santander-small groups?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Local taxes
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Driver/guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance tickets for the Cable Car 31 € adultos y 13 € niños / 21 € adultos y 7 € niños

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • We book cable car for you (extra charge of € 20/person low season- €30/person high season) + €1/pers. administrative fees
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • Minimum group of 4 people to confirm this tour
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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